Hoffman Engineering

I Solve Hard Problems for Chattanooga Businesses

On-demand mechanical engineering, AI implementation, and custom software — without the overhead of hiring.

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What I Do

Two ways I can help

Mechanical Engineering

CAD design, sheet metal, weldments, fixtures, prototyping, and custom machinery.

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AI & Software

Workflow automation, AI integration, and custom tools built around how you work.

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Recent projects

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Fabricated storage cubby with Moxie Van Co logo installed at the sliding door step of a Sprinter van
Sheet Metal Design

Sprinter Van Cubby Redesign

Moxie Van Co

Redesigned a storage cubby system for Sprinter van conversions. Optimized for fabrication with SolidWorks.

CAD model of two-part production mold halves for soft plastic shrimp fishing lures
Product Prototyping

Shrimp Lure Mold Design

Pointer Baits

Designed and 3D-printed production molds for a soft plastic fishing lure. Iterated through multiple versions to final manufacturable design.

CAD model of an aluminum dock plate with diamond tread surface and formed edges
CAD & Drafting

Aluminum Dock Plate

R-Squared Fabrication

Full model and fabrication drawings for aluminum dock plates. Ready for shop floor production.

About

The engineer behind the work

Sam Hoffman is a mechanical engineer with 10+ years of experience across Michelin, Daimler, and Astec. Today he works directly with small businesses in Chattanooga — bringing big-company engineering discipline to projects of every size.

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